What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Producer Job at City of Mesa in Mesa position at City of Mesa?
There is a current vacancy in the Police Department and the Mesa Fire Medical Department; however, this recruitment will also be used to establish an eligible list to fill possible future vacancies in other departments.
First review of applications will be on Monday, December 23, 2024, and weekly thereafter.
A Video Producer is responsible for developing, writing, and producing a variety of complex video productions. Duties include :
- writing scripts for video programs and public service announcements;
- researching information;
- editing video;
- planning staffing, equipment, and materials for video programs, productions, or events;
- directing video shoots;
- conducting on-camera interviews and hosting presentations;
- operating a variety of audio / video equipment such as broadcast video camera, audio board, linear and non-linear editors, lighting and gripping equipment, and microphones;
- creating graphics;
- maintaining an audio-visual library, which includes equipment, tapes, slides, and video programs.
This class performs related duties as required.
Supervision is received from the Police Media Relations / Communications Administrator (Police Department) or Senior Public Information and Communications Specialist (Public Information Office) or Marketing / Communications Coordinator (Mesa Fire and Medical Department) who reviews work through meetings, periodic conferences, and results achieved. Duties require some evening and weekend work to shoot and direct special events and meetings. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.
Employee Values : All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required : Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Communications, Television Production, Mass Communications, or related field. Good (1 - 3 years) video production experience including pre-production, production, and post-production activities. Good (1 - 3 years) experience with a personal computer (PC), Macintosh computer, and video software applications (examples : Final Cut [latest upgrades], Premier, Prezi, PhotoShop, Illustrator, After Effects, Protools, and social media use including Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube, and Nextdoor).
Special Requirements : Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Because of the confidential, sensitive nature of information handled, successful completion of a background investigation is required (Police Department Assignment).
Substance Abuse Testing : Due to the safety and / or security sensitive nature of the assignment, individuals in this classification shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and / or controlled substance testing as outlined in city policy and procedure (Police Department Assignment).
For the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions, please refer to the link below :
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